George III-Style Mahogany Desk
the rectangular top with an inset leather writing surface and a gadroon-carved edge, above a frieze fitted with a central drawer flanked to either side by two short drawers, raised on cabriole legs headed by acanthine carving and ending in ball-and-claw feet.
h. 29", w. 54", d. 32"

In very sturdy condition. The leather top has considerable wear and loss of color. No tears. There is rippled veneer to one end of the desk. Approximate age: 1920s. New Orleans Auction Galleries is pleased to issue an opinion of the condition of the property listed above. Please understand that New Orleans Auction Galleries employs no professional conservators. All statements in this condition report, or statements made verbally, are purely our best opinions, not blanket statements of fact issued by this auction house. Prospective buyers should examine each lot so to satisfy themselves concerning condition, genuineness, importance, age, etc. Regardless of any statements made in this report, all lots are sold strictly "As Is" in accordance with section 2 of the Conditions of Sale. No returns will be accepted on the basis of condition.